Technology and Social Power
Technology and Social Power by Graeme Kirkpatrick, published by Red Globe Press on March 26, 2008, is a comprehensive exploration of the intricate relationship between technology and society. This 192-page book delves into critical questions regarding who controls technological development and the potential for technology to contribute to social inequality. By integrating classical and contemporary social theories, it offers a nuanced examination of the sociology of technology, using relatable examples to illustrate its points.
Readers will find a thorough analysis of how technology influences various aspects of daily life, from commonplace items like the modern toothbrush to major innovations such as Google. The book provides clear definitions of key terms and balances empirical and theoretical perspectives, making complex ideas accessible. This edition serves as a valuable resource for students and anyone interested in understanding the social aspects of technology and its implications for the future.
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Technology permeates almost every dimension of our lives. But who controls technological development? Can technology cause social inequality? And how will technology continue to affect lives in the digital era?
Technology and Social Power provides a fresh examination of the role of technology in our society. Bringing together critical, classical and contemporary social theories, it fully examines everything you need to know about the sociology of technology. From the invention of the modern toothbrush to the design of Google, the book uses relevant examples to give useful insights into the social dimension of everyday technology. With clear definitions of key terms alongside a well-balanced approach to the most important empirical and theoretical work in the field, this book provides a clear and thorough account of the subject.
Making complex ideas accessible, it is invaluable reading for all students seeking to understand the role of technology in our society today, and its likely impact in the future.
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